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20 minute online classroom timer
This free online 20 minute classroom timer opens with the duration already selected for teachers who need a large countdown on a classroom screen or projector. A 20 minute classroom timer works well for mini-lessons, focused reading, and workshop segments.
Ways to use a 20 minute classroom timer
- Run a 20-minute mini-lesson with a clear finish.
- Hold independent reading or writing to a shared deadline.
- Keep workshop rotations fair with a 20 minute classroom timer.
What this classroom timer includes
- Large digital digits stay readable across a classroom.
- Timestamp-based timing stays accurate after switching browser tabs.
- Full-screen and screen-wake controls support projectors and classroom screens.
- The final 10 seconds use a visible warning; optional short end tones are available, not continuous music.
How to use this 20 minute classroom timer
- Confirm the selected duration is 20 minutes, or use Edit time to change it.
- Select Start when the activity begins.
- Pause and resume without losing the remaining time.
- When time reaches zero, use Start to repeat or Cancel to return to setup.
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20 Minute Classroom Timer FAQ
- Is this already a 20 minute classroom timer?
- Yes. This URL loads a 20 minute classroom timer directly, and you can still edit the duration before starting.
- Is the 20 minute classroom timer free online?
- Yes. It runs free in the browser with no account and no app download.
- Does it keep counting in a background tab?
- Yes. Remaining time is calculated from an absolute end timestamp, so browser throttling does not slow the countdown.
- Do I need to sign in?
- No. The timer runs locally in the browser and is available without an account.